​Trump Vows To End Mail-In Ballots: What MD Voters Need To Know

Almost 40 percent of registered Maryland voters participated in early or mail-in voting in advance of the 2024 general election.

Brooks Schandelmeier Eyes Another Term On Annapolis City Council In Ward 5

He wants to create more jobs and make housing more affordable. Here's his plan if he wins another term on the Annapolis City Council.

Ben Bramsen Running For Annapolis City Council In Ward 1

A political outsider is running for Annapolis City Council in Ward 1. "I'm just an ordinary guy, but I feel that gives me a unique voice."

Former MD Gov. Larry Hogan Hints At Another Political Run

Should Larry Hogan, a Republican, run for governor again, current Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, said he's ready for the challenge.

Political Notes: Add ‘Co-Chair' To Alsobrooks' Titles; Annapolis City Council Hopefuls Face Off

There are a record 62 caucus members in this Congress, representing most of the 67 Black legislators on Capitol Hill.

Annapolis Debates To Feature Candidates For Mayor, City Council

Debates will feature candidates for Annapolis mayor and City Council in the upcoming Sept. 16 primary election. Here's how to watch.

State, Wicomico County To Pay Over Half A Million For Man's Wrongful Conviction

Tavon Tull is set to receive over half a million dollars to make up for almost six years in prison for sexual abuse that he did not commit.

Why Congressional Redistricting Is Blowing Up Across The US This Summer

More than 50 of Texas’s Democratic legislators left the state to try to block the legislature from adopting the new map.

Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park Celebrates Opening Of Nonprofit Center

The former Crownsville psychiatric hospital was a place of pain. Now, it's a place for hope. A nonprofit center just opened on the site.

Maryland Legislative Audit Casts Doubts On Savings Attributed To Leased Office Space

State officials claim hundreds of millions in potential savings from ‘aggressive' negotiations, but review finds that proof is lacking.

Weeks After His Release From Prison, Franklin Hired Back To Prince George's Council Job By Hawkins

Councilmember Calvin Hawkins said Mel Franklin's contrition was sincere, and he deserves a ‘second act' as his chief of staff.

Maryland Joins States Suing Federal Government Over Funding Ban For Planned Parenthood

The suit comes a day after a federal judge blocked the Trump administration's ban in Medicaid funding for certain health care providers.

Maryland Delegation Denied Access To Inspect Baltimore ICE Facility

ICE says it's just an office, but lawmakers say previous inspections found immigrants held there for days without adequate accommodations.

McKay Session-In-Review Books Face Critical Ethics, Campaign Finance Reviews

What a senator sees as simple ‘constituent service’ is mired in a tangle of ethics rules and potential campaign finance violations.

Lawmakers Call Denial Of Disaster Assistance For Western Maryland Floods A ‘Gut Punch'

Moore vows to appeal the decision by FEMA, which Trump has called a ‘disaster' and promised to reduce or eliminate the agency.

Justice Department, Conservative Law Firm Set Sights On Maryland Voter Registrations

Maryland joins the growing list of states subjected to scrutiny by the feds.

As Immigration Arrests Surge, So Does Number Of Maryland Sheriffs Agreeing To Work With ICE

“Rather than release a criminal back onto the street, we turn those criminals over to ICE,” Sheriff Chuck Jenkins (R) said.

Naval Academy To Reassign First Female Superintendent: Report

Vice Adm. Yvette Davids was first appointed superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis in January 2024.

Piedmont Power Line Company Files A Second Lawsuit Against Defiant Landowners

The company says a third suit, also seeking access to private property for land surveys, could be coming.

Maryland, 19 Other States Sue To Block Trump From Dismantling Disaster Preparation Program

FEMA typically covers up to 75% of a project’s cost, although smaller, rural communities can receive up to 90%.

‘Good Trouble’ Rallies In MD Protest Trump’s Record On Civil Rights

“Good Trouble Lives On" rallies will be held on the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights leader and former congressman John Lewis.

Marina Proposed At Annapolis City Dock, Project’s Fate Quickly Decided

A new marina was proposed at Annapolis City Dock. A decision was made on the controversial project.

MD Gov. Moore Reveals Buyout Plan For State Employees: Report

Gov. Wes Moore announced the buyouts last month in an email to state employees, citing Maryland's "historical fiscal challenge."

Labor Secretary Raises Concerns About Solvency Of State Unemployment Fund

Inflation, more workers getting the maximum benefits, put pressure on a system unchanged for decades.

No Flags Or Fireworks: What Nationwide July 4 Protests Mean For MD

The group behind the "No Kings" demonstrations is joining with other activist groups in mobilizing nationwide on July 4, including in MD.

House Judiciary Committee Grapples With Response To Medical Examiner Audit

It's unclear if any legislation would be drafted after audit reclassifies dozens of police-restraint deaths as homicides.

Political Notes: Hayes, Shingledecker Are In, Legislators Are Already Lining Up To Run

Hayes was sworn in Tuesday as the next U.S. attorney for the state, replacing former U.S. Attorney Erek Barron, who left in February.

Federal Cuts ‘Not As Horrible' As Feared For Now, But Still Painful, Worse In Long Run

The Joint Federal Action Oversight Committee told the state still faces hundreds of millions in additional costs under the federal budget.

Hiring Freeze, Employee Buyouts Ordered By MD Gov. Moore: Reports

Gov. Wes Moore announced plans to cut the state's workforce in an email sent to state employees, citing a "historical fiscal challenge."

Pittman's Rise To Democratic Party Chair Will Be Delayed By Campaign Finances

The party chose Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman by acclamation Saturday, but he can't take the reins right away.

Friedson Kicks Off Campaign For Montgomery County Executive

The event drew a couple of hundred attendees, including state lawmakers, nonprofit and community leaders.

Braveboy Celebrates Election As Prince George's County Executive

Public ceremony features dignitaries, celebrities and hundreds of county residents for speeches, songs and celebration.

Caucus Renews Call For Reparations Panel, As Moore Unveils Disparity Programs

Senate Bill 587 called for the creation of a commission to study the effects of historic racism on Black residents of the state.

Anne Arundel County Budget Lowers Property Tax, Changes Campaign Finance

Two tax changes were passed in Anne Arundel County. The county's elections will also have a change the next time you vote.

Relief Plan Amid MD Electric Rate Hikes Announced: See Who Qualifies

The MD initiative will provide a total of $19 million in relief after increased electric rates took effect on June 1. See who qualifies.

‘No Kings’ Protests To Be Held Saturday In Anne Arundel County: What To Know

Three protests are planned in Anne Arundel County this weekend. "No Kings Day" coincides with President Trump's military parade & birthday.

DOGE Gets Access To Social Security Data: What MD Residents Should Know

The court sided with the Trump administration in one of the first Supreme Court appeals involving DOGE, a team once led by Elon Musk.

Embattled DJS Secretary Vincent Schiraldi Steps Down

Massachusetts nonprofit leader Betsy Fox Tolentino will take over as acting secretary on Wednesday.

‘A Stain On The Constitution': Abrego Garcia Lawyers Refuse To Drop His Case Against U.S.

The Trump administration argued that because Abrego Garcia was brought back to the U.S. on Friday, the civil case is moot.

Orange Crush Cocktail Sparks Battle Over Booze

The Orange Crush was named Maryland's official cocktail starting June 1. See signature drinks for other states, what's your favorite?